Kristine Young

Kristine Young is an accomplished mentor and startup advisor at Techstars since April 2024, providing expertise in go-to-market strategies, partnership development, and team leadership. Previously, Kristine served as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations for PlayStation Canada, overseeing extensive marketing initiatives and managing multiple reports. Kristine's experience includes launching Discord’s first international campaign, orchestrating the PS5 launch in Asia, and directing global marketing operations at Electronic Arts and Levi Strauss & Co. With a strong background in strategic program management and marketing operations from notable companies like Gap Inc. and Adidas Group, Kristine holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Integrative Biology and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.